{"product_id":"gamedrive-for-snk-neo-geo-pocket-pocket-color-ngp-ngpc-game-development-testing-cartridge-retro-hq","title":"GameDrive for SNK Neo Geo Pocket \u0026 Pocket Color [NGP \/ NGPC] game development \u0026 testing cartridge | Retro HQ","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Compatible with Neo Geo Pocket, Pocket Color and Slim models\u003cbr\u003e- 15MB onboard memory chip\u003cbr\u003e- Allows homebrew game testing and playing\u003cbr\u003e- Play all software using a single cartridge\u003cbr\u003e- Micro SD card required (not included)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fantastic development tool is the perfect companion for any budding retro game developer, allowing you to run your latest creations on real hardware, the RetroHQ NeoPocket GameDrive cartridge contains 15MB of onboard memory available to install homebrew, and a memory card slot to acccess your library directly from the console, wherever you are. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can also use GameDrive to load license free open source software, with the renewed interest in retro gaming hardware, there are more and more open source projects being game available by enthusiasts for you to enjoy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo play software on the NeoGeo Pocket console, they must first be installed onto the memory of the cartridge via the memory card. Up to 15MB of software can be installed at once from the built-in management software, and once a title has been installed it can be run instantly from the on screen selection menu. Installed software can be saved back to the memory card (to save progress) and deleted to free up space for more to be installed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny memory card up to 32GB in size can be used with the NPGD as long as it is FAT16 or FAT32 formatted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNeoGeo Pocket (Black and White)\u003cbr\u003eNeoGeo Pocket Colour\u003cbr\u003eNeoGeo Pocket Colour Slim\u003cbr\u003eLink Play\u003cbr\u003eFAT16 or FAT32 memory cards\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Compatibility:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWide support - extensively tested for compatibility\u003cbr\u003eResume functionality not supported\u003cbr\u003eNo other compatibility issues known\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDue to the way ROM images are stored on the memory chip, not all the storage space can always be used when installing larger software titles, It is advised to install larger MB files first.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsert the NPGD cartridge into any model of NeoGeo Pocket console, then insert a memory card containing compatble ROM images (.NGC and .NGP files) into the memory card slot of the NPGD cartridge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn turning the console on, the RetroHQ logo will be briefly displayed, followed by the navigation menu screen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe software menu is split into two tabs; the memory storage tab and the memory card tab. The currently selected tab can be toggled by pressing the OPTION button.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen using the menu, the functon of the buttons are displayed at the bottom of the screen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe installed software list shows details of the titles currently installed on the on board memory. The size and whether the title has colour features(an RGB coloured or grey icon) are displayed to the left of the name.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe file name can be upto 53 characters and is taken from the file-name when the title is installed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe directory listing shows the ROM image files contained on the memory card and allows you to navigate the directory structure and install any valid ROM images. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupported files include .NGP and .NGC file types, no other files will be displayed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware updates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirmware updates can be applied to the NPGD cartridge via the recovery console. To perform a firmware update, first copy the provided UPDATE.DAT file to the root directory of a memory card and insert into the NPGD cartridge. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurn on the console with the cartridge inserted and press the OPTION button when the RetroHQ splash screen appears. This will enter the recovery console. Press A to update the cartridge firmware using UPDATE.DAT on the memory card. Once the update has been completed, press A to reboot the console with the new cartridge firmware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpdates to the firmware will be available from the RetroHQ website if required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003eLEGAL NOTICE: Product Use Disclaimer and Limitations of Liability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\"\u003eUSE OF THIS PRODUCT\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product is intended exclusively for homebrew development and the use of legally obtained, open-source software. It is designed to support independent developers and hobbyists who wish to create and play original content on retro gaming consoles. We do not condone, support, or encourage the use of this product for piracy or any form of copyright infringement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOPYRIGHTED CONTENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDownloading or playing copies of games, software or other media without the copyright holder’s permission may violate copyright laws in your country, even if you own the original version. Please ensure that any media used with this product complies fully with local copyright laws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBACK-UP AND PERSONAL USE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn some jurisdictions, creating personal back-ups of games is permitted, while in others it may be restricted. Using ROMs of games that you did not personally back up, even if you own a physical copy, may infringe on the copyright holder’s rights, we advise all customers to familiarize themselves with local laws and restrictions before using any back-up media.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLIMITED SUPPORT\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur customer support for this product is limited to legitimate uses, such as homebrew development or playing authorized open-source games, we do not provide support for any other use of this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eMODIFICATION \u0026amp; USE\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny unauthorized modification or use of this product outside its intended purpose will void all manufacturer and retailer warranties. This product should be used only as intended, any other use is unsupported and may result in damage or functionality issues.","brand":"Retro HQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45029670387964,"sku":"300764","price":116.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1810\/1427\/files\/gamedrive-for-snk-neo-geo-pocket-pocket-color-ngp-ngpc-game-development-testing-cartridge-retro-hq300764retro-hq-701577.jpg?v=1741475258","url":"https:\/\/www.zedlabz.com\/en-eu\/products\/gamedrive-for-snk-neo-geo-pocket-pocket-color-ngp-ngpc-game-development-testing-cartridge-retro-hq","provider":"ZedLabz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}